Hi just getting into kayak fishing, have been out a few times and last weekend got my 1st soft-bait setup. However, reading threads here and the beginner guides on www.fishing.net.nz got me thinking that I might have made a mistake and need to exchange the rod for something shorter 7'? I got the following and need your advice? Planning to go to F & H this weekend. SHADOW X NANO 7' 3-6KG?

Primary concerns are: Rod too long to retrieve the fish as I have to stretch really hard to get to the line. Being so close to the water I'll have to keep my arm very high, for the tip not to go to into the water.

I just bought an Ocean Angler Microwave. At 8ft, it just didn't feel right (personal preference). Strangely, I exchanged it for a SHADOW X NANO 7' 3-6KG which has been out on a couple of trips now. from me

In a previous life, I was regularly using 11, or even 12ft rods for casting lures. There are some definite advantages in some situations, but they don't translate to yak fishing, or being afloat in general.